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Walt Disney World’s DisneyQuest to close in 2016

July 1, 2015 by AllEars

Disney officials announced Tuesday that DisneyQuest, its five-story arcade of video games and technology-driven activities, will close in 2016 to make room for the NBA Experience, which will include a restaurant and basketball-themed activities.

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Magic of Disney Animation at Hollywood Studios may be closing, but drawing lessons remain at Walt Disney World

June 30, 2015 by AllEars

The Magic of Disney Animation at Hollywood Studios is closing, local media outlets, including the Orlando Sentinel, have confirmed this week. The attraction features a short movie about Disney animation; two character greeting areas; and Animation Academy, where guests can learn to draw popular characters. The Magic of Disney Animation closes on July 13, so the last day for guests is July 12.

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Tips for planning and saving at SeaWorld Orlando’s Aquatica water park

June 27, 2015 by AllEars

It’s summer, and for many people, that means lots of water time — whether it’s the pool, lake or beach. For Orlando visitors and locals, beating the heat often translates to taking advantage of one of the area’s many water parks. Today, we’re taking a look at some of things that can make a day … Continue reading "Tips for planning and saving at SeaWorld Orlando’s Aquatica water park"

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Stay safe at Walt Disney World in Florida’s heat and humidity

June 24, 2015 by AllEars

We all know Florida is brutally hot in the summer, but it’s been even more so the last couple of weeks with temperatures soaring. Orlando even tied a 17-year-old record of 100 degrees one day this past week! I was reminded last week after spending the morning at Walt Disney World just how quickly a … Continue reading "Stay safe at Walt Disney World in Florida’s heat and humidity"

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Disney Channel’s ‘Teen Beach 2’ movie, soundtrack and related shows debut this week

June 23, 2015 by AllEars

“Teen Beach 2” premiere week is finally here, and that’s no small event for Disney Channel viewers or the cable channel itself. After all, the first “Teen Beach Movie,” which debuted in 2013, had 13.5 million viewers, making it the second highest-rated TV movie of all time, according to Variety.com. The highest-rated TV movie of … Continue reading "Disney Channel’s ‘Teen Beach 2’ movie, soundtrack and related shows debut this week"

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Olympian Rowdy Gaines hosts World’s Largest Swimming Lesson at SeaWorld Orlando’s Aquatica

June 20, 2015 by AllEars

For the sixth consecutive year, SeaWorld Orlando’s Aquatica water park hosted a swim lesson a little different from the ones it offers all summer long. This lesson was part of an attempt to break the record for the World’s Largest Swimming Lesson, which was set last year with 36,564 participants in hundreds of aquatic centers, … Continue reading "Olympian Rowdy Gaines hosts World’s Largest Swimming Lesson at SeaWorld Orlando’s Aquatica"

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Meet stars of ‘Dolphin Tale 2’ at Clearwater Marine Aquarium in July

June 18, 2015 by AllEars

If you or someone in your family loved the “Dolphin Tale” movies, next month might be the perfect time to visit Clearwater Marine Aquarium, where the film was shot and Winter and Hope, the dolphins, live. The young stars of the movie — Nathan Gamble (Sawyer), Cozi Zuehlsdorff (Hazel) and Austin Highsmith (Pheobe) — are … Continue reading "Meet stars of ‘Dolphin Tale 2’ at Clearwater Marine Aquarium in July"

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What is it like to volunteer at Give Kids The World Village?

June 16, 2015 by AllEars

Almost a year ago, my family and I were invited to a blogger event at Give Kids The World Village that was designed to educate writers about the charity that is located near Central Florida’s theme parks. The 70-acre nonprofit resort treats children with life-threatening illnesses and their families to weeklong vacations, including complimentary accommodations … Continue reading "What is it like to volunteer at Give Kids The World Village?"

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Last days to enter Disney World’s Coolest Sleepover Ever contest for chance to win night in Cinderella Castle

June 13, 2015 by AllEars

Summer is all about lounging around — at the pool and in our pajamas. And Walt Disney World is giving four lucky Disney fans the “Coolest Sleepover Ever” — inside the Cinderella Castle Suite at the Magic Kingdom. Interested? Make this your weekend project because you have until Sunday night to enter. Participants are asked … Continue reading "Last days to enter Disney World’s Coolest Sleepover Ever contest for chance to win night in Cinderella Castle"

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Disney on Ice revamps ‘100 Years of Magic’ to include Frozen characters

June 9, 2015 by AllEars

Feld Entertainment has announced it will be unveiling a new Disney on Ice production this fall — and, as is tradition, the national tour will kick off in Orlando. “100 Years of Magic” is coming to the Amway Center for six shows Sept. 4 to 6, and tickets can be purchased through a pre-sale now. … Continue reading "Disney on Ice revamps ‘100 Years of Magic’ to include Frozen characters"

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